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Langley: School District 35

Motto
Working together for student success through excellence in education. Empowering all to make quality choices today for opportunities tomorrow.i.

School District Website
www.sd35.bc.ca

About

We emphasize a positive self concept for our students. Our graduate profile is focused on helping our students develop thinking skills, a passion for lifelong learning, the attributes of good citizens and readiness for post-secondary education and employment opportunities. We support our teachers, administrators, support staff and school communities who work together in helping students achieve the graduate profile attributes.

Communities in the District 4
Number of Schools 44
Elementary 29
Middle 1
High School 6
Alternative 3
French Immersion 7
Schools of Choice 5
Number of Students 18,366
Number of Employees 1,869

Regional Diversity

Langley is a safe community that offers affordable housing, urban conveniences and a friendly rural character. There are extensive walking trails and outdoor recreational opportunities, as well as an active art and cultural scene, excellent shopping, restaurants and other amenities. We have a regional hospital and airport and offer convenient access to Vancouver, Highway 1 and the BC Interior.

Specialty Programs

Our unique educational programs include:

  • A demonstration school;
  • A nationally acclaimed Fine Arts program;
  • International Baccalaureate;
  • Distributed learning;
  • French immersion;
  • A Japanese language and culture program;
  • International student programs;
  • Secondary AVID programs;
  • Apprenticeship and dual-credit programs;
  • Full-day kindergarten;
  • Sports academies;
  • Aboriginal programs; and

Family support and literacy/numeracy programs.

Community Culture

Langley has both urban and rural opportunities. There is strong support for theatre, music, the visual arts, dance and cultural festivals. Our sports community offers activities for all ages, including hockey, baseball, soccer and swimming. And the Fort Langley historic site and village is a cultural hub and gem.

Draw for Employees

Our professional development opportunities include an innovative instructional services department, a technology task force supporting the integrated use of technology and an established mentorship program. We offer a collaborative work environment, job share opportunities and the ability to defer salary for paid leaves, and numerous programs where teachers can acquire new skills.